Mt. Pilatus Golden Roundtrip Small Group Day Tour from Basel
Overview
Embark on an exclusive small-group journey, "The Golden Roundtrip," starting in Basel and seamlessly connecting to Luzern by train. From Luzern, cruise across Lake Lucerne to Alpnachstad, setting the stage for an unforgettable ascent on the cogwheel train to Mount Pilatus. Enjoy leisurely free time atop Pilatus, surrounded by alpine splendor. The return journey unfolds with a cableway descent via Kriens, offering scenic vistas and a thrilling conclusion. Limited to a select few, this personalized tour ensures an intimate exploration of Switzerland's natural wonders and historic landmarks.
What's Included
- Typical "golden round trip" by boat, cogwheel train, gondola
- Intercity train Basel-Luzern and vv.
- All necessary tickets (no aditional costs)
- Seat reservation for guaranteed departure on cogwheel train
- English speaking Swiss tourguide
- Food or drinks (lunch break at one of various restaurants)
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Centralbahnstrasse 10
4051 Basel, Switzerland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Basel SBB Station
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Lake Lucerne
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Alpnachstad (pass by)
Pilatus Luzern
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Fräkmüntegg
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Krienseregg (pass by)
Kriens (pass by)
Basel SBB Station
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Mt. Pilatus Golden Roundtrip Small Group Day Tour from Basel?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-8283P161
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- typical "golden round trip" by boat, cogwheel train, gondola.
- Intercity train Basel-Luzern and vv.
- all necessary tickets (no aditional costs).
- seat reservation for guaranteed departure on cogwheel train.
- English speaking Swiss tourguide.
- Food or drinks (lunch break at one of various restaurants).
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Mt. Pilatus Golden Roundtrip Small Group Day Tour from Basel is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Mt. Pilatus Golden Roundtrip Small Group Day Tour from Basel will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Typical "golden round trip" by boat, cogwheel train, gondola
- Intercity train Basel-Luzern and vv.
- All necessary tickets (no aditional costs)
- Seat reservation for guaranteed departure on cogwheel train
- English speaking Swiss tourguide
- Food or drinks (lunch break at one of various restaurants)
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
